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Orphan Grain Train is a Christian volunteer network that ships donated food, clothing, medical and other needed items to people in 69 different countries including the USA. A ministry that ships relief for human need worldwide.
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Provide christian humanitarian relief
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyOrphan Grain Train Inc is a registered international nonprofit based in Norfolk, NE, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1992 and has been operating for 34 years. Its EIN is 311614650. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 89/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $54M in annual revenue. 55 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Orphan Grain Train Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 89/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 89 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 89/100.
Orphan Grain Train Inc is located in Norfolk, NE, United States. The organization was established in 1992 and has been active for 34 years.
Based on official tax filings, Orphan Grain Train Inc has $54M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Orphan Grain Train Inc is classified as a International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has $54M in annual revenue. The organization has 55 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Orphan Grain Train Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
Orphan Grain Train Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 89/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. Visit the Orphan Grain Train Inc profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Orphan Grain Train is a Christian volunteer network that ships donated food, clothing, medical and other needed items to people in 69 different countries including the USA. A ministry that ships relief for human need worldwide. Orphan Grain Train Inc is classified as a international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1992.
Among international charities registered in United States: Orphan Grain Train Inc's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 89/100 is in line with the peer average of 89/100. Its annual revenue of $54M is well above the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Orphan Grain Train Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 311614650, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
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Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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NeutralOrphan Grain Train collection trailer is coming to Columbus - Columbus Telegram
Makes donation - The Crescent-News
Orphan Grain Train Helping Woodbury Residents - KCAU 9 News
Northeast Nebraska man organizes 20-truck convoy carrying hay & supplies to ranchers hit by wildfires - KTIV
North Carolina nonprofit headed to Jamaica to deliver relief after Hurricane Melissa - WLOS
Lincoln’s ‘Orphan Grain Train’ cuts ribbon on upgraded food packing facility - AZ Family
‘Orphan Grain Train’ cuts ribbon on upgraded Lincoln food-packing facility - KOLN | Nebraska Local News, Weather, Sports | Lincoln, NE
Orphan Grain Train-Michigan sends 15th international shipment to Lithuania - Huron Daily Tribune
Volunteer Of The Month: Linda Zahn Brings Innovation To Orphan Grain Train - Severna Park Voice
Learning more about the Orphan Grain Train - KOLN | Nebraska Local News, Weather, Sports | Lincoln, NE
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- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 55 disclosed in the public registry.
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Quick facts about Orphan Grain Train Inc
- What is Orphan Grain Train Inc?
- Orphan Grain Train Inc is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Norfolk, United States. Orphan Grain Train is a Christian volunteer network that ships donated food, clothing, medical and other needed items to people in 69 different countries including the USA. A ministry that ships relief for human need worldwide.
- When was Orphan Grain Train Inc founded?
- Orphan Grain Train Inc was founded in 1992.
- Who leads Orphan Grain Train Inc?
- Pastor Ray Wilke serves as President.
- Where is Orphan Grain Train Inc located?
- Headquartered in Norfolk, United States.
- What is Orphan Grain Train Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $10M-$100M. 0% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Orphan Grain Train Inc trustworthy?
- Orphan Grain Train Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 89 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Orphan Grain Train Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 311614650.
- What is Orphan Grain Train Inc's website?
- http://www.ogt.org